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To make a cheesy sausage and rice recipe, you need simple ingredients. The base starts with 1 pound of Italian sausage. I like to use Italian sausage because it adds great flavor. You also need 1 cup of long-grain white rice. This rice cooks well and pairs perfectly with the sausage.

Cheesy Sausage and Rice

Craving a delicious and easy one-pot dinner? Try my Cheesy Sausage and Rice recipe, where savory sausage meets creamy cheese and fluffy rice for a comforting meal everyone will love. Explore simple yet flavorful steps, learn how to choose the best sausage, and discover fun variations to customize this dish. Click through for the full recipe and make your weeknight dinners a breeze with this cheesy delight!
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Ingredients
  

1 lb Italian sausage, casings removed

1 cup long-grain white rice

2 cups chicken broth

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), diced

1 medium onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

½ teaspoon black pepper

½ teaspoon salt

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

    Add the minced garlic and diced bell peppers to the skillet. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the peppers begin to soften.

      Push the vegetables to the side of the skillet and add the Italian sausage. Break it apart with a spatula and cook until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat if necessary.

        Stir in the rice, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper, mixing everything together.

          Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice has absorbed all the liquid.

            Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Cover again for about 2-3 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt.

              Once the cheese is melted and bubbly, fluff the rice and sausage mixture with a fork.

                Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.

                  Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 4

                    - Presentation Tips: Serve in deep bowls or plates, and consider adding a sprinkle of extra cheese and a slice of your favorite crusty bread on the side for a complete meal experience.